Elegoo Neptune 4 Pro vs Snapmaker Original 3-in-1 3D Printer
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Neptune 4 Pro leads on the available specs (starting with price); Original 3-in-1 3D Printer makes sense only for non-technical reasons (availability, support, ecosystem), or if the missing data matters in your case. On the category's overall technical index, Neptune 4 Pro scores 38/100 against 0/100 for Original 3-in-1 3D Printer.
| Parameter |
Neptune 4 Pro
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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Original 3-in-1 3D Printer
Snapmaker
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2017 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 299 € | ~400–850 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 47.5 × 44.5 × 51.5 cm | 27.2 × 33.5 × 28.9 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 8.9 kg | 4.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 225 × 225 mm | 125 × 125 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 265 mm | 125 mm |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 100 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.1 mm | 0.005 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 225 mm | 125 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 265 mm | 125 mm |
| Kinematics | Cartesian | Cartesian |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 250 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 110 °C | 80 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500 mm/s | 100 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | False | False |
| Filament sensor | True | False |
| Auto bed leveling | Mesh | — |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | False | False |
| Native Klipper | True | False |
| Input shaper | True | False |
| Multicolor printing | False | False |
| Multicolor requires accessory | False | — |
| Max colors | 1 | 1 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The machine is driven by Klipper firmware pre-installed on a proprietary 64-bit motherboard, ensuring rapid processing for advanced features like input shaping and pressure advance. The manufacturer provides a customized version of Cura (Elegoo Cura), but the printer is fully compatible with major third-party slicers such as PrusaSlicer and OrcaSlicer. Connectivity includes USB ports and a LAN network port, enabling remote management and direct print file transfers via the Fluidd or Mainsail web interfaces integrated into the system. | Natively compatible with Snapmaker Luban, the proprietary software specifically designed to manage the machine's three different functions within a single environment. The printer is based on standard Marlin firmware and supports G-code formats, allowing the use of third-party slicers like Cura or Simplify3D for 3D printing. For CNC and laser operations, it is possible to use external programs such as Autodesk Fusion 360, LaserGRBL, or LightBurn, exporting compatible toolpaths via the interface or USB port. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Neptune 4 Pro 299 € vs Original 3-in-1 3D Printer 625 € — Neptune 4 Pro wins (+109%)
- Work area: Neptune 4 Pro 225×225 mm vs Original 3-in-1 3D Printer 125×125 mm — Neptune 4 Pro wins (+224%)
- Max print speed: Neptune 4 Pro 500 mm/s vs Original 3-in-1 3D Printer 100 mm/s — Neptune 4 Pro wins (+400%)
- Build height Z: Neptune 4 Pro 265 mm vs Original 3-in-1 3D Printer 125 mm — Neptune 4 Pro wins (+112%)
- Filament sensor: Neptune 4 Pro yes, Original 3-in-1 3D Printer no
Which one to choose
Choose Neptune 4 Pro if…
you value price, work area and max print speed.
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